Pakistan agrees to resume talks with Afghanistan
ISLAMABAD: Sources reveal that the Pakistani delegation, initially planning to return, has now opted to give peace another opportunity by resuming dialogue efforts. The discussions...
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Fall of the PTI began on May 9, Maryam Nawaz
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz stated that while Palestinians were celebrating, a group of miscreants here attempted to attack Islamabad. Addressing the Ittehad Bainul...
Rohit Sharma rises to the top spot, Pakistan players see improvements in the ICC ODI rankings
WEB DESK: Rohit Sharma makes history as the oldest batter to claim the top spot in ICC ODI rankings, This accomplishment comes after his match-winning...
PM returns to Islamabad following the conclusion of an official visit to Saudi Arabia.
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif returned to Islamabad after concluding his official visit to Saudi Arabia. At King Khalid International Airport, the Prime Minister...
Pakistan issues over 2100 visas to Sikh pilgrims from India
ISLAMABAD: Over 2,100 Sikh pilgrims from India have been granted visas by the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi to join the birth anniversary celebrations...
Afghan national arrested after man stabbed to death and two people injured in London
WEB DESK: An Afghan national has been taken into custody following a fatal stabbing in west London, which left one man dead and two others,...
U.S. crude oil reaches Pakistan for the first time.
KARACHI: In a significant milestone for Pakistan’s energy sector and its trade relationship with the United States, Cnergyico Pk Limited has received the nation’s first-ever...
Gold prices increase again following a two-day break
KARACHI: Gold prices saw a renewed surge today after a two-day halt, climbing in both global and local markets. In the international bullion market, gold...
Pakistan strongly condemns Israel’s latest attacks on Gaza
Islamabad: Pakistan has strongly denounced Israel’s recent attacks on Gaza, describing them as blatant violations of international law. In a statement issued by the Foreign...
Arrest warrant issued for Ali Amin Gandapur in liquor case
ISLAMABAD: A district and sessions court in Islamabad issued an arrest warrant on Wednesday for Ali Amin Gandapur, the former Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,...
CM Maryam encourages US investors to seize investment opportunities in Punjab.
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz extended an invitation to US investors, encouraging them to explore the abundant investment opportunities available in the province. This...
Pakistan Issues Stern Warning to Taliban Following Unsuccessful Negotiations
Islamabad: Defense Minister Khawaja Asif issued a sharp warning to the Afghan Taliban regime on Wednesday following the conclusion of four-day talks between Pakistan and...
Peace talks with Afghanistan fail to yield workable solution, Attaullah Tarar
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, announced on Wednesday that the latest round of Pakistan-Afghanistan dialogue in Istanbul, Turkiye, ended without...
Pak-Afghan talks, Kabul administration influences the Taliban delegation
ISLAMABAD: Reports indicate that talks on the final day lasted 18 hours, during which the Taliban delegation occasionally agreed to Pakistan’s legitimate demands for concrete...
Maryam Nawaz celebrates 52nd birthday
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the daughter of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, marked her 52nd birthday on Tuesday with celebrations organized by Pakistan...
Trump once again takes credit for ending the India-Pakistan conflict.
WEB DESK: US President Donald Trump has reiterated his assertion of averting an Indo-Pak conflict, stating that his warning to impose trade tariffs compelled both...
Punjab bans vehicles without green stickers
LAHORE: The Punjab Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has declared that vehicles lacking “Green Stickers” will be prohibited from operating on roads starting November 15. Dr....
World Bank flags Pakistan’s fragile recovery
KARACHI: The World Bank has expressed concern over Pakistan’s current economic growth rate of 3%, deeming it insufficient to significantly reduce poverty or unemployment, despite...
Gold price in Pakistan sees massive drop
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan experienced an unprecedented drop on Tuesday, marking the steepest single-day decline in the country’s history, influenced by a slump in...
At least 12 killed in air crash on Kenyan coast
WEB DESK: At least 12 people were killed after a light aircraft crashed in Kenya’s coastal county of Kwale early Tuesday, local authorities said. The...
Pakistan Offers Karachi Port Access to Bangladesh to Boost Regional Trade
ISLAMABAD: In a significant move to strengthen economic ties, Pakistan has formally offered Bangladesh access to its Karachi Port. The proposal was made during the...
21 children injured in Sheikhupura school bus accident
ISLAMABAD: In Sheikhupura on Tuesday, at least 21 school children sustained injuries when a bus veered into a roadside drain after being struck by a...
Bilawal engages with Maulana Fazlur Rehman to discuss national political developments
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari met with Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman at his residence in Islamabad on Monday...
PCB introduces a special pink kit for the opening T20I against South Africa.
LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled a special pink-themed kit for the opening T20 match against South Africa. As part of a breast...
Trump Receives Royal Welcome In Japan
WEB DESK: US President Donald Trump arrived in Japan on Monday to a royal reception, marking another stage in his five-day Asia tour focused on...
SBP keeps interest rate unchanged at 11pc
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan has opted to hold the benchmark interest rate steady at 11 percent for the next six weeks, prioritizing economic...
Gold prices see another massive drop
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan experienced a notable drop on Monday as the 24-karat gold rate fell by Rs3,300 per tola. This decline aligns with...
Maryam Nawaz orders health screening for special children across Punjab
LAHORE: Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has instructed the relevant authorities to implement a province-wide comprehensive health screening program for students in special education. This...
PM Sharif lauds Trump, welcomes Cambodia-Thailand peace deal
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has congratulated the leadership and citizens of Cambodia and Thailand on the signing of the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord, describing...
PM Sharif departs for Saudi Arabia to attend FII conference
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has departed for Saudi Arabia to take part in the ninth Future Investment Initiative (FII) Conference in Riyadh. The Foreign...
Germany On Alert: Bird Flu Outbreak Hits Germany
WEB DESK: Germany has culled more than 400,000 poultry as bird flu cases continue to rise across the country, authorities said. The Friedrich Loeffler Institute...
ATC issues non-bailable arrest warrant for Aleema Khan, blocks Aleema’s CNIC
RAWALPINDI: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has once again issued a non-bailable arrest warrant against Aleema Khan, marking the fifth such order. ATC Rawalpindi Judge Amjad...
Kashmiris mark Black Day to protest India’s unlawful occupation
ISLAMABAD: Kashmiris across both sides of the Line of Control and around the globe are observing Black Day today to highlight the ongoing crisis created...
Pakistan Railways is set to introduce 100 new coaches
LAHORE: A meeting led by Federal Minister for Railways, Hanif Abbasi, resulted in several significant decisions aimed at enhancing railway services nationwide. During the session,...
Trump says he wants to meet Kim Jong Un on Asia trip
WEB DESK: Donald Trump has expressed interest in meeting North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his upcoming visit to Asia. Speaking to reporters, the...
Field Marshal Asim Munir praises Egypt’s role in regional peace
ISLAMABAD: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi during a visit to Cairo. The two leaders discussed bilateral relations, emphasizing...
Green Power Rolls into Punjab, largest-ever clean transport upgrade across 19 cities.
WEB DESK: Yutong has successfully delivered 400 battery electric buses to Pakistan, marking the largest single procurement of new energy buses in the country’s history....
Indian actor Satish Shah, of Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai fame, dies at 74
WEB DESK: Veteran Indian actor Satish Shah, cherished for his comedic roles in films and television series such as “Main Hoon Na” and “Sarabhai vs...
Pakistan ready for war if talks with Afghan Taliban fail: Khawaja Asif
SIALKOT: Defense Minister Khawaja Asif addressed the media in Sialkot, stating that Pakistan has previously fought a war with India and now faces a second...
All clocks in the UK will be turned back by one hour today.
WEB DESK: Clocks across the UK will be set back by one hour today, marking the end of summer and the beginning of winter in...
India beat Australia by nine wickets in the third ODI.
WEB DESK: India secured a commanding nine-wicket victory against Australia in the third ODI, showcasing exceptional performances by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Australia, batting...
Pakistan, Iran discuss strengthening blue economy through transport, maritime links
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran have discussed to explore new avenues for cooperation in the blue economy by strengthening road, railway, and maritime connectivity between the...
Maryam Nawaz calls for the speedy launch of “Air Punjab”
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has called for the speedy operationalization of Air Punjab. Leading a high-level meeting to assess progress on the...
Karan Johar finally reveals his transformation secrets
WEB DESK: Indian filmmaker and director Karan Johar has finally addressed the rumors surrounding his notable weight loss. Recently, Karan appeared on Twinkle Khanna and...
Shahid Afridi praises PCB for appointing Shan Masood, offers noteable suggestion regarding Sarfraz Ahmed
KARACHI: Former national cricket team captain Shahid Afridi has praised the appointment of Shan Masood as the International Director of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB),...
People of Pakistan will act as an unyielding barrier against any hostile aggression, DG ISPR
RAWALPINDI: Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif, spokesperson for the Pakistan Army, emphasized that the military and the people of Pakistan will act as an unyielding barrier...
Thailand mourns as beloved Queen Mother Sirikit dies at 93
WEB DESK: Thailand is in mourning after the royal palace announced the passing of former Queen Sirikit, the mother of the current King Maha Vajiralongkorn...
Gold sees a modest rise following a five-day losing streak.
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan experienced a slight uptick on Saturday after a streak of five days of decline. The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and...
PIA resumes flights to UK, After five-year suspension
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has marked a significant milestone by resuming direct flights to Manchester, United Kingdom, after a five-year gap. The first flight...
Second round of Pak-Afghan talks to be held in Turkey today
ISLAMABAD: The second round of critical negotiations between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban is scheduled to take place today in Turkey. These discussions aim to...